Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 25:33 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Matthew 25:33 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 25 verse 33 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And he shall set the sheep on his right hand, but the goats on the left.”
Matthew 25:33 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 25:33
Sheep on his right hand (τὰ πρόβατα ἐκ δεξιῶν, ta probata ek dexiōn)—The right hand (dexios) symbolizes honor, favor, and power throughout Scripture (Psalm 110:1, Acts 2:33-34). Sheep represent the redeemed, characterized by recognizing the Shepherd's voice (John 10:27).Goats on the left (τὰ ἐρίφια ἐξ εὐωνύμων, ta eriphia ex euōnymōn)—The left hand position signifies dishonor and judgment. While goats aren't inherently evil in Scripture, here they represent those whose profession of faith proved empty, lacking the fruit of genuine conversion (James 2:14-26).
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 25:33
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“he is God. It is he who has made us”
“because you are not of my sheep”
“Jesus said to Simon Peter”
“Kings' daughters were among thy honourable women: upon thy right hand did stand the queen in gold of Ophir.”
“Sit at my right hand, until I make your enemies your footstool for your feet.”
“Ephraim in his right hand toward Israel's left hand”
“and the sheep in his care. Today”
“after he had spoken to them”
“when he raised him from the dead”
“but he says himself”